Meet The Buyer Event for Newham PDPS Lot 3 Round 4 Supported Lodgings
London Borough of NewhamEstimated Value
Not specified
Deadline
Not specified
Published
12 June 2026
Type
services
Overview
Newham Council is holding a virtual Meet The Buyer Event on Tuesday 28th July 2026 at 10:00-11:00. The event will be an opportunity for organisation interested in joining Newham Pseudo Dynamic Purchasing System (PDPS) for Lot 3, Round 4 Supported Lodgings to clarify key requirements of the PDPS tender process and share general feedback on issues identified during tender process thus far.
This is not an invitation to tender. Organisations will also be given the opportunity to ask commissioners any questions.
If organisations have any questions, please note them on Eventbrite when registering for a ticket for the event and these will be addressed during the event. All questions and answers will be shared with attendees.
Lots (1)
- Lot 1Provision of Semi-Independent Living Services (now Supported Accommodation regulated by Ofsted) Lot 2: Provision of Children's Homes regulated by Ofsted Lot 3: Provision of Supported Lodgings Lot 4: Provision of Independent Fostering Agencies (IFA) regulated by Ofsted Lot 3 Provision of Supported Lodgings is a single category
Additional details
Following the event all information shared and any questions and answers will be shared with all attendees and published as part of the tender documents in the latest published Round on Fusion The market engagement event will take place on Tuesday 28th July 2026 at 10:00-11:00. To register for the event please use the following link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/meet-the-buyer-newham-pdps... This is an exciting time to join the growing Newham PDPS framework. Come along and find out more.
AI Analysis
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Newham Council is hosting a free online information event on 28th July 2026 for organisations interested in joining their framework to provide Supported Lodgings (accommodation and support) for looked-after children and care leavers. This is not a tender itself, but a chance to ask questions and understand what will be required when the actual tender is released.
Requirements
- No specific requirements listed in this notice — this is an information event only
- Check the full tender documents on the Fusion portal (referenced in the notice) for actual qualification and regulatory requirements
- Likely requirements for Lot 3 (Supported Lodgings): registration with Ofsted or relevant regulatory body, safeguarding policies, experience with looked-after children and care leavers, quality assurance processes (check tender documents for confirmation)
Key Tasks & Deliverables
- No specific tasks or deliverables listed — this is a buyer information event
- Once the actual tender is released, Lot 3 Supported Lodgings providers will need to deliver accommodation and support services for looked-after children and care leavers
How to Read This Tender
- 1This is NOT a tender notice — it's an invitation to an optional information event. You won't find contract terms, pricing, or detailed specifications here. Attend to learn before the real tender drops.
- 2A PDPS (Pseudo Dynamic Purchasing System) is a framework where suppliers can apply in 'rounds'. You're being told Round 4 is coming for Lot 3. Each round opens and closes periodically, so mark your calendar and watch the Fusion portal.
- 3Newham Council procures four different lots (semi-independent living, children's homes, supported lodgings, and fostering agencies). Make sure you're only bidding for Lot 3 if that's your specialism — don't confuse them.
- 4The event is your chance to ask questions directly. Submit them via Eventbrite when you register — the council will answer them publicly and publish answers in the tender documents. Use this to clarify any confusion.
- 5After 28th July, all Q&A will go on the Fusion portal as part of the tender pack. If you miss the event, check Fusion later for the published answers.
Tips for Small Businesses
- Supported Lodgings is regulated — check now what Ofsted registration or other compliance you'll need before the tender closes. Starting early avoids last-minute surprises and delays to your bid.
- This is a framework opportunity, not a one-off contract. Joining Newham PDPS gives you access to ongoing work across multiple rounds, but also means competing regularly. Budget for bid costs and compliance management.
- Newham Council will likely want to know your track record with vulnerable young people. If you're new, consider partnering with an experienced provider or a larger organisation to strengthen your bid when the tender goes live.
Before you bid, buyers check
two years of filed accountsyour financial standingturnover vs contract valueyour Companies House recordcash flow for 30-day termscredit scores and ratios
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Key Dates
Published
12 June 2026
Submission deadline
Not specified
Notice type
planning
Source
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